2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | C3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
